Edubeacon

Personally, Twitter is very easy to love.  You can pick it up and put it down as often as you like.  When you think the central heating has exploded, within moments you hear on Twitter that it’s been an earth tremour.  It’s short and to the point.  Facebook on the other hand……. well, it’s not really my technology of choice.  Thankfully we have the option for alternatives.

Computers in Libraries online journal this month has an article by Sarah Milsen entitled Twitter for Libraries (and Librarians).  It’s a very comprehensive article with examples of he whole range of public and academic libraries using the application:

For example, a library could share all kinds of news that patrons want. Short messages can tell people about events such as readings, lectures, and book sales; newly available resources; or changes in the building hours. One message a day or one a week could share a tip on finding or accessing information online or in the building. Twitter posts can link to interesting news stories about literacy or about libraries. When appropriate, the posts can link to a library’s own website and blog for more in-depth information.

If you know nothing about Twitter, this article will of of great value to you.  Get on board.  It’s fun and learning.  I’m Edubeacon on Twitter – not a big poster but I find it a really useful component of my personal learning community.